United States Court House
United States Court House, Federal courthouse in El Paso, Texas, United States
The United States Court House is a five-story Streamline Moderne structure with smooth stone facades, limestone pilasters, and terra cotta ornaments. The building houses seven operational courtrooms for federal judicial proceedings in the Western District of Texas.
This courthouse was constructed in 1936 as part of the New Deal era, designed by architects Percy McGhee, Guy Fraser, and Thomas Lippincott. The Streamline Moderne style was deliberately chosen to reflect modern governmental authority.
The south lobby features a mural by Thomas C. Lea III that reflects the regional identity and heritage of the El Paso area. This artwork serves as a visual connection between the courthouse and the community it serves.
Two large interior courtyards provide natural light and ventilation throughout the building, helping it adapt to the hot Southwest Texas climate. Visitors should expect security screening upon entry and plan their visit for weekday business hours.
The building was deliberately designed to symbolize modern federal justice, combining Art Deco refinement with practical courthouse operations. Many visitors overlook how the rounded edges and smooth lines of Streamline Moderne were meant to convey progress and authority.
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